The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) has one of the most academically challenging curriculums in the state and country. The class size averages 22:1 and the professors are very knowledgeable. They will never teach you information from years ago because a majority of them have their own research which they conduct on campus and open up to their students so they can get hands-on experience from their sophomore year.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
TCNJ has an extremely beautiful campus that is small and safe. There is lots of space for students to work and play outside especially during the early fall and late spring semester when the weather is optimal including many large lawns, a grove with tables and benches, and two lakes with multiple benches surrounding them. There are also over 150 student organizations that students can become involved in including 16 social fraternities and sororities, many other academic and volunteering fraternities, multicultural organizations, intramural sports, and intrauniversity non-varsity sports to name a few. The only thing that attending the school lacks is a lot to do outside of campus that doesn't involve going into a major city. However, Philadelphia is a 30 minute drive and New York City a 50 minute to an hour ride on public transportation.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
TCNJ is most definitely one of the best schools to attend to get the best bang for your buck. With the academic intensity and it's prime location between New York City and Philadelphia for intern opportunities, it is hard to find another school that offers that much for the price of The College of New Jersey.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
The College of New Jersey definitely lives to its reputation in New Jersey and it's hopeful growing one to the nation of being a school of academic excellence and it is not to be taken lightly. Attending this school means that you are prepared for the vigor that comes with being a student. Don't fall under the assumption that all the students do is study however, we are one of the top Division III schools in the nation and there are an endless amount of activities to do on campus for those who love to keep busy.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
The high achievers who strive for furthering their education but do not want to just sit in a huge lecture hall unnoticed. They also want to make something more with themselves outside of academics which they can take advantage of with the activities and sports on campus.
The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) has one of the most academically challenging curriculums in the state and country. The class size averages 22:1 and the professors are very knowledgeable. They will never teach you information from years ago because a majority of them have their own research which they conduct on campus and open up to their students so they can get hands-on experience from their sophomore year.
TCNJ has an extremely beautiful campus that is small and safe. There is lots of space for students to work and play outside especially during the early fall and late spring semester when the weather is optimal including many large lawns, a grove with tables and benches, and two lakes with multiple benches surrounding them. There are also over 150 student organizations that students can become involved in including 16 social fraternities and sororities, many other academic and volunteering fraternities, multicultural organizations, intramural sports, and intrauniversity non-varsity sports to name a few. The only thing that attending the school lacks is a lot to do outside of campus that doesn't involve going into a major city. However, Philadelphia is a 30 minute drive and New York City a 50 minute to an hour ride on public transportation.
TCNJ is most definitely one of the best schools to attend to get the best bang for your buck. With the academic intensity and it's prime location between New York City and Philadelphia for intern opportunities, it is hard to find another school that offers that much for the price of The College of New Jersey.
The College of New Jersey definitely lives to its reputation in New Jersey and it's hopeful growing one to the nation of being a school of academic excellence and it is not to be taken lightly. Attending this school means that you are prepared for the vigor that comes with being a student. Don't fall under the assumption that all the students do is study however, we are one of the top Division III schools in the nation and there are an endless amount of activities to do on campus for those who love to keep busy.
The high achievers who strive for furthering their education but do not want to just sit in a huge lecture hall unnoticed. They also want to make something more with themselves outside of academics which they can take advantage of with the activities and sports on campus.